Fox Renews 'Animal Control' Amidst Record Ratings

Fox has secured a fifth season for its workplace comedy "Animal Control," starring Joel McHale. This renewal represents the first for a live-action scripted series on the network for the 2026-27 season. The pickup follows a significant achievement for the show, which recorded its highest viewership numbers to date in both total audience and the adults 18-49 demographic during its most recent broadcast, aided by an NFL game.

The series, which follows a group of animal control officers with better people skills than human skills, has also seen substantial success on streaming platforms. Its current season is available on Hulu, while previous seasons have accumulated nearly one billion minutes of viewing time on Netflix over the past two months. This consistent performance underscores the show's growing appeal and creative momentum.